Minneapolis Business

July 15, 2025

New Industry Research Shows Direct Mail Outpaces Digital in Performance Gains

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. — Direct mail is proving its staying power, according to new industry research commissioned by Franklin Madison Direct and conducted by Circlebox. The 2025 Direct Mail Marketing Benchmark Report shows 67% of marketers saw improved direct mail performance over the past 12 months – the highest lift among all direct marketing channels, including email and social media….

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August 29, 2023

Direct Mail Benchmark Report reveals 89% of marketers have increased or maintained direct mail investments in the last year

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. — New industry research commissioned by SeQuel Response and conducted by ISG Research shows 89% of marketers have increased or maintained direct mail investments in the last year, up 3% from 2022 data. The 2023 Direct Mail Marketing Benchmark Report provides an analysis of the current direct mail marketing landscape….

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August 17, 2023

TechGen Consulting, Inc. Makes the 2023 Inc. 5000 For The 4th Time in A Row at No. 4492

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. — Inc. revealed today that TechGen ranks No. 4492 on the 2023 Inc. 5000, its annual list of the fastest-growing private companies in America. The prestigious ranking provides a data-driven look at the most successful companies within the economy’s most dynamic segment-its independent, entrepreneurial businesses….

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June 26, 2023

TechGen Ranked on Channel Futures 2023 MSP 501 – Tech Industry’s Most Prestigious List of Managed Service Providers Worldwide

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. — TechGen Consulting, Inc. has been named as one of the world’s premier managed service providers in the prestigious Channel Futures 2023 MSP 501 rankings. Channel Futures is pleased to name TechGen Consulting, Inc. to the 2023 MSP 501….

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May 25, 2023

Iseny, has a clear vision for the future of rising record label Icy Musicc Entertainment

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. — The 17-year old musical artist Isaias Aguilar from Minnesota, known as Iseny, has a clear vision for the future of his love for music as he chases his dream to build his record label Icy Musicc Entertainment….

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October 17, 2022

Direct Mail Benchmark Report: 86% of marketers have increased or maintained direct mail use in the last twelve months

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. — New industry research commissioned by SeQuel Response and conducted by NAPCO Research, shows 86% of marketers have increased or maintained direct mail use in the last twelve months. The research report is titled, “Direct Mail: Signed, Sealed, and Still Delivering Results.”…

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August 9, 2022

New Mind the Gap 2022 Report is Must-Have Tool for Research Institution Gap Funding and Accelerator Programs

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. — It’s no secret that gap fund and accelerator programs are critical for assessing, funding and developing early-stage technologies and startups, but how are research universities and support programs making it happen? What’s working? What’s not? The just released Mind the Gap 2022 answers these questions and more. Jacob Johnson, founder, innovosource and the author of the report, supports research institutions, corporate innovation teams and venture investors by bringing it all together in one place….

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April 29, 2022

Bravo Protection Products Celebrates Over 20 Years of Providing Excellent Clear Bra Paint Protection Film in the Twin Cities

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. — Bravo Protection Products is celebrating an incredible milestone in 2022. An industry leader in the Clear Bra and Paint Protection Film installation business, Bravo is celebrating over 20 years of proudly serving Minneapolis, the western suburbs, and St. Paul….

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October 21, 2021

SeQuel’s Jody Johnson Selected as 2021 Women in Business Honoree by Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. — SeQuel Response is pleased to announce that Jody Johnson, CFO/COO, was selected for the 2021 Women in Business award by the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal. After receiving hundreds of nominations, the Business Journal recognizes just 50 women who have demonstrated outstanding professional achievements, leadership qualities and community contributions throughout the Twin Cities….

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June 21, 2021

Abyan Nur Announces Heated Menstrual Cup Kickstarter Project for Safe and Eco-Friendly Relief from Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. — Women’s health enthusiast Abyan Nur and her team are introducing the Heated Menstrual Cup to help women find relief from menstrual pain and reduce or eliminate dependence on over-the-counter medication….

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